Join to apply for the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer role at LTS 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Lead Cybersecurity Engineer role at LTS Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. LTS is seeking a highly skilled Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to lead cybersecurity engineering initiatives supporting the Department of Commerce (DOC). This role focuses on driving the design and implementation of secure, resilient architectures across cloud and on-premises environments, integrating security throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC), and ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks. The ideal candidate will provide expert leadership in secure systems design, risk management, cloud security, and advanced security engineering practices to strengthen the agency’s cybersecurity posture. This position is on-site in Washington D.C. The position is contingent on the award.

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LTS provides trusted consulting and solutions in an increasingly complex and growing world. Our deep expertise in technology and analytics helps us serve a broad constituency of clients that range from cabinet-level departments of the U.S. Government to the largest Federal IT contractors in the world.

LTS is a leading information technology (IT) provider for mission critical systems leveraging the latest technologies to deliver cutting edge solutions from small mobile applications to large, complex enterprise applications. Our professionals specialize in multiple disciplines including program management, system integration, system design, system development, cybersecurity, infrastructure and data analytics.

Responsibilities

Oversee the integration of security and privacy requirements throughout all phases of the Secure SDLC, including threat modeling, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, O&M, and configuration management. Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to ensure adequate security controls protect Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Design, develop, and implement cybersecurity-enabled systems, applications, and infrastructure components, including secure configurations for hardware, operating systems, and software applications. Lead the design and validation of secure data backup solutions and recovery procedures, and develop and test Disaster Recovery (DR) and Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans. Engineer and implement security architectures for new and existing systems, ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, and FedRAMP requirements. Identify, assess, and recommend cybersecurity products and countermeasures aligned with evolving compliance standards. Develop and trace security requirements throughout the system lifecycle, identify architectural security gaps, and recommend corrective actions. Perform system architecture evaluations to verify scalability, interoperability, and resilience under cyber-attack scenarios. Conduct technical risk analyses on system changes, including vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, and mitigation planning. Support 24x7x365 SOC operations, ensuring proactive monitoring, threat detection, analysis, and rapid response to cybersecurity incidents in compliance with NIST SP 800-61 and Federal Incident Notification Guidelines. Assist in developing and maintaining the Cyber Defense Playbook and SOC Communication Plan, Collaborate with the CTI and Threat Hunt teams to develop cyber hunt hypotheses and identify internal indicators of compromise using the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Lead continuous penetration testing initiatives, including Red Team exercises, phishing simulations, and validation of security control effectiveness. Assist with vulnerability assessments and implement mitigation strategies for known cybersecurity vulnerabilities (e.g., CVEs, vendor advisories). Assist with remediations and validation through re-testing of all critical and high-risk findings, Establish and lead a Threat Hunt and Forensics Team to proactively detect adversary activities and perform digital forensic investigations. Provide advanced malware analysis and forensic evidence collection to support incident investigations and law enforcement requests. Develop and maintain forensic SOPs and advanced hunting playbooks aligned with federal best practices. Manage and optimize the cybersecurity tool ecosystem, including SIEM platforms, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability management tools. Lead cloud security initiatives across Cloud environments, ensuring compliance with FedRAMP standards. Provide secure DevSecOps solutions and implement automation to streamline security testing and compliance validation. Evaluate and recommend secure interfaces between physical, embedded, and information systems, ensuring proper authentication, non-repudiation, and confidentiality controls. Advise System Owners, Service Managers, ISSOs, and senior leadership on cybersecurity strategies, risk mitigation, and incident response improvements. Lead readiness assessments, IV&V activities, and security control evaluations to improve the DOC’s overall cybersecurity posture. Deliver executive-level briefings and reports on threat intelligence, incident trends, and risk mitigation strategies.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. A minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity system engineering Active TS/ SCI clearance or TS clearance with SCI eligibility One of the following certifications is required; CISSP, CISM, GSEC, GCED, CEH, CCSP, CompTIA Security+, GIAC Systems and/or GSNA. Expert knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards, including NIST CSF, SP 800-53, SP 800-61, SP 800-171, FISMA and FedRAMP. Proven cloud security expertise across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, with experience designing and implementing secure architectures and controls. Strong understanding of SOC operations, including network security, threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring. Demonstrated experience managing projects, including scheduling, risk management, and delivering high-quality security operations and incident response services. Skilled in secure systems and software design, data backup and recovery strategies, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and security engineering across cloud and on-premises environments. Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, Tenable, ArcSight, and other SIEM and endpoint security platforms. Experience developing and customizing incident response platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Archer, or custom solutions), including workflow automation and user interface customization for enterprise platforms. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex cybersecurity issues to executive leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on developing effective risk mitigation strategies and actionable solutions.

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